A lot of folks are surely putting their health front and center of their New Year's resolution list.
If you share the same goal of becoming healthier this year, you do not really need to revamp your entire routine and diet because it only takes a few simple steps that can help you reap great health benefits in the long run. To help you get started, here are some of the tips to boost your health in 2017 and beyond.
Start improving your diet
According to Infusion Express, it will work best if you start with small changes because these are more realistic to achieve. Drastic changes will not be necessary and will be more difficult to sustain. So when it comes to your diet, improving it will not really mean becoming an instant vegan to be healthy. You can start with as simple as increasing your water intake and incorporating some greens to your meals.
Increase your physical movements
You do not need a gym subscription to be fit and healthy for this year, but you can start with committing at least 10 minutes of your time every day for simple workouts like brisk walking. You can also perform simple routines at home that is just right to stretch your bones and muscles and make you sweat a little.
Sleep earlier on Tuesdays
According to the Daily Mail, Tuesday is the day when sleep is most restorative. 55 percent of your sleep during this day is revitalizing.
Drink coffee before you hit the gym
Caffeine has the ability to block the substance in the brain that makes you feel tired, so before you do your workout, getting a cup of coffee will sound like a good idea. It is best if you have it 20 minutes before your session.
Take the stairs
While taking the stairs is an obvious way to exercise, it also offers a few surprising mental benefits. According to a Canadian research, taking the stairs can make your brain bigger and more youthful, so the next time you are going to work, ditch the elevators and take the stairs instead.
Here is a helpful video on how you can boost your health this year.